The 2nd Annual Sustainable Fashion Forum, produced by Brittany Sierra of Laptops and Smalltalk, took place on Saturday, April 21st in Portland. The forum explored the social and environmental impacts that fashion has on our world and challenged guests to consciously examine their current consumption habits when it comes to beauty and fashion.

The half-day event featured thoughtful panel discussions, an eco-friendly marketplace filled with local and sustainable vendors, and a fashion show. Speakers included Davora Linder of Prairie Underground, Kelly Raynor of Modified Style, Whitney Bauck of Fashionista.com, Andrea Plell of Fashion Revolution, and Carly Mick, Senior Development Manager of Advanced Textile Technology at KEEN.

The event offered timely information about the challenges facing the fashion industry when it comes to sustainability. It also offered fashion fans tips on how to make a change as consumers by being thoughtful about purchasing habits, choosing environmentally-friendly fabrics, shopping locally, and demanding more transparency within the supply chain when they shop from global brands. For more information on the Sustainable Fashion Forum click here.

Photo credit: Candace Molatore

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If you live in Seattle and want to shop eco-friendly fashion in the city, here's a list of 3 brands you can shop RIGHT NOW. 

Prairie Underground - The showroom/HQ is located in Georgetown 940 S. Haney Street. You can meet the team and shop the assortment Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 

flora & henri - Knitwear from the baby essentials line is handmade in Seattle. Shop the selection online, or visit the Pioneer Square boutique at 401 First Ave. S. 

Velvet Report - If you love beauty products but hate chemicals, you'll love the Velvet Report's selection of eco-friendly products that are good for the environment AND good for your skin.